4 Things That Increase Risk for Falls
Younger people can spring back from a fall. But for elders, taking a spill can lead to broken bones and trigger a domino effect of
Younger people can spring back from a fall. But for elders, taking a spill can lead to broken bones and trigger a domino effect of
Change may be good, but it’s not necessarily easy. Switching from the laid-back fun in the sun of summer to rules, homework, and routines can
For nurses who make their living in the US, it’s no secret that the current economic conditions will make it difficult for families to stretch
When I tell people I work for the National Aphasia Association, I usually get a blank look. Then, when I describe the condition, over and
Nurses who have left nursing for one or more years may be faced with the decision to complete a refresher program. Refresher programs are time
For low-income seniors, the lack of access and choice are unfortunate aspects of the general senior housing industry. To promote innovative change in that sector,
Nursing Assistant is one of the most popular careers in the health care industry. People are living longer and healthier lives than before, which means
This month we get to meet Debbie Kohlrus. Debbie has worked in the healthcare field for the past 12 years. In 2000, she received her
The American Nurses Association marks this year’s National Nurses Week, May 6-12, with the theme “Delivering Quality and Innovation in Patient Care.” Patients benefit from
There are four basic body types. Knowing your type is imperative in creating the right look. Many people differentiate these shapes by using fruit as
This month we get to meet Amanda Quelland.Amanda has worked in the healthcare field for 12 years. From a young age she knew she wanted
I don’t know about any of you but it’s extremely important for me to be happy and to have a fun filled life. When I think
It’s easy to take your eyesight for granted but it is a sense that you should work diligently to protect. Like most things, your eyesight
In the past, neither hospitals nor practicing physicians were accustomed to being measured and judged. Aside from periodic inspections by the Joint Commission (for which
It’s normal to feel hurt, vulnerable, or angry after losing a job. The good news is that despite the stress of job loss and unemployment,